An Act establishing same day registration of voters
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow Massachusetts voters to register and vote on the same day, during early voting periods or on Election Day. Currently, voters must register before Election Day. This change aims to increase voter participation by removing a common barrier to voting. The bill seeks to simplify the registration process and make it more accessible to eligible citizens.
Key provisions
- Allows voter registration on early voting days.
- Permits voter registration on Election Day.
- Requires election officials to provide registration materials and assistance.
- Establishes procedures for verifying voter eligibility.
- Updates state voter registration laws to accommodate same-day registration.
- Specifies requirements for maintaining voter rolls.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Voters
- Election Officials
- State Government
Notable changes
- Replaces the current requirement of pre-registration with same-day registration.
- Expands voter access to the polls.
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Sponsors
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25 on record
Primary sponsor
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Christopher Hendricks
Danillo A. Sena
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